Volkswagen Passat owners have reported 38 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (35 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel cover/hubcaps (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Cover/hubcaps problems | |
| Wheel Bolts problems | |
| Wheel Rim problems |
On Saturday October 30, 2021 my car was parked on the driveway. I tried to put the key in the ignition and the key would not go in. There is a white plastic piece in the ignition that will not allow the key to go in. My steering wheel and front tires locked. Read details...
We purchased a new Volkswagen Passat station wagon from livonia Volkswagen autoplex (now thayer automotive livonia, inc. ) in July, 2003. At 18,500 miles, the car developed a rattle in the under carriage and the brakes were squeaky. Read details...
While turning a corner, the front drivers side wheel separated from the vehicle. Also while driving 20 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer claims that a bolt sheared off into the transmission. The dealer refused to repair any of the problems associated with this vehicle. Read details...
Volkswagen Passat 4 motion. Purchased to use in sometimes snowy upstate new york. Wheels rims fill with ice and mud and throw tire balance off. This causes excessive vibration while driving. This happened repeatedly for two winters. Read details...